The man who died following a one vehicle collision this morning (Saturday 21 December) was 38-year-old Shane Cunningham.
Mr Cunningham was struck by a black Renault Clio car on the Warrenpoint Road, Newry at around 5am, approximately two miles from Newry.
Inspector Phil Robinson said police enquiries are continuing and their thoughts are with those impacted by this tragic incident.
“The road has re-opened following the collision and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dash-cam footage available to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 445 21/12/19,” he added.